Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
ICD-10 F02.80 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety.
F02.80 refers to dementia that occurs as a result of other diseases not specifically classified under dementia-related codes. This code is used when the severity of dementia is unspecified and there are no accompanying behavioral, psychotic, mood, or anxiety disturbances. Common underlying conditions that may lead to this type of dementia include chronic diseases such as Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, or multiple sclerosis. Patients may exhibit cognitive decline, memory loss, and difficulties with reasoning and judgment, but without the additional complexities of behavioral or mood disturbances. Accurate diagnosis and documentation are crucial for effective management and treatment planning, as well as for appropriate coding and billing.
Detailed neurological assessments, cognitive testing results, and documentation of the underlying disease.
Patients with dementia secondary to Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis.
Ensure that the absence of behavioral disturbances is clearly documented.
Comprehensive geriatric assessments, including cognitive evaluations and functional status.
Older adults presenting with cognitive decline without behavioral symptoms.
Focus on the patient's overall health status and comorbidities.
Used to assess cognitive function in patients suspected of having dementia.
Results of cognitive assessments must be documented.
Neurologists and geriatricians should ensure comprehensive evaluations.
F02.80 is significant as it allows coders to accurately represent dementia that arises from other diseases without complicating behavioral symptoms, ensuring appropriate treatment and billing.
